Dhanteras, the festival that opens the five-day Diwali celebrations, arrives tomorrow. Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, 6 November, ahead of Choti Diwali on 7 November, Lakshmi Puja on 8 November, Govardhan Puja on 9 November and Bhai Dooj on 10 November. Across India and in Indian communities abroad, families are already cleaning homes, polishing brassware,…
Wendy’s has rejected a $1.4 billion takeover proposal from a group led by billionaire investor Nelson Peltz, arguing that the offer significantly undervalues the struggling burger chain and its long-term growth prospects. The US fast-food company has also adopted a one-year shareholder defence plan, commonly known as a ‘poison pill’, to make it harder for…
NEW DELHI: Bharti Airtel Thursday reported a profit of Rs 10,710 crore this Q2, up 24% from the same period last fiscal, thanks to strong revenue growth across its India and Africa businesses. The company reported an average revenue per user (ARPU) at Rs 271, up 5.8% from Rs 256 in last Q2. Its consolidated…
Actress Nora Fatehi is confirmed to appear before the Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi on November 6, 2026, as a witness in the ongoing Enforcement Directorate of Economic Offences (EOW) proceedings linked to the Rs 200-crore extortion case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar.A spokesperson confirmed to ETimes, “Nora Fatehi will appear before the Rouse Avenue…
AI representation of digging a copper mine in Las Manilas Have you ever wondered where the things our ancestors used came from? Today, we can order almost anything from anywhere in the world, and a product can travel thousands of kilometres before reaching our doorstep. But what about people who lived thousands of years ago?…
Old sarees, dupattas and scraps of embroidered fabric make beautiful torans. Cut a long strip of fabric to fit your door, and sew or glue on lace, mirror work, beads, tassels and small bells. For a hanging with a traditional look, cut scalloped or triangular shapes from bright fabric, such as red, yellow and green,…
On Dhanteras, the purchase of a broom signifies the invitation of Goddess Lakshmi into households. It is customary to worship the new broom before use, symbolizing the sweeping away of bad luck. Brooms are harmonized with the tradition of cleanliness and prosperity. House rules dictate careful handling and storage of the broom throughout the year….
Weather can play a spoilsport in the second match between New Zealand and India set to be played at the Hnry Stadium in Wellington. (Photo Courtesy: Sahil Malhotra) Wellington: Steady drizzle in Wellington on Friday forced New Zealand to shift their training to an indoor facility opposite the Basin Reserve, while India cancelled their training…
Getting laid off completely sucks. But when you genuinely loved the place you worked at, having to pack up your digital desk hits ten times harder.That’s the exact emotional roller coaster former Canva employee Shraddha found herself on after getting caught up in the company’s recent wave of job cuts. Yet, despite having every right…
In Pocahontas County, Iowa, two neighbouring parcels of land have found a new purpose through a donation that will keep them available for wildlife and public recreation. The properties, given by two families, cover a combined 21 acres of mixed habitat and natural space south of Pocahontas. Rather than remaining under private ownership, the land…
China and Hong Kong stocks fell as a Nasdaq-led tech rout rippled across Asia and fuelled fears the AI boom is losing steam, although bargain hunting helped pare losses in mainland markets buoyed by Beijing’s market-supporting measures. China’s blue-chip CSI300 Index dropped 1.5% by the midday break, but remained on track to snap a 12-week-long…
Healthy hair starts way before you even reach for your shampoo bottle. Your body requires raw, actual nutrients to build strong strands, and a trash diet will show up almost instantly in the form of dullness, thinning, or sudden hair fall. Make sure you’re getting plenty of quality protein, considering your hair is literally made…
